Sunday's Top Performers at EYBL Memphis

Memphis, TN — On3 is back on the road, this time in Memphis, the Home of the Blues & Birthplace of Rock ‘n’ Roll. It’s not a live period, meaning college coaches are not in attendance, scouting talent. But that didn’t stop many of the nation’s top players from showing up and showing out. Here are your top performers from Sunday.

On3 MVP: SG Jalil Bethea

Jalil Bethea was terrific has a shot maker today, both off the catch and off the dribble. An elite scorer. Knocked down several threes. Proving to be on if the top guards in class of 2024. UConn, Syracuse, Miami, Villanova, Kansas, and others are recruiting him.

2. C Patrick Ngongba

Patrick Ngongba is proving to be one of the top big men in the class of 2024. Today, he showed touch around the rim but also stretched the floor and provided rim protection. Rebounded extremely well and even handled the ball in transition. Played extremely confident. Kansas State, UConn, Virginia, and several others are pursuing him.

3. SF Tyler Betsey

Tyler Betsey shot the ball really well this game set, particularly the catch-and-shoot three. Great length, has the potential to be a high-level defender. Big upside. Duke, UConn, Memphis, and several others are recruiting him.

4. PF Donnie Freeman

Donnie Freeman is a really intriguing prospect. He’s an athletic, versatile forward at 6-8. Showed off his shooting ability today. Can defend multiple positions. Plays inside or out. Loads of upside here. An eye-opening performance today. Syracuse commit.

5. SG Kon Knueppel

Kon Knueppel is a flat out competitor and winner. The motor is always running high. He loves the three-point shot and can get hot quick. A warrior. Notre Dame, Stanford and Virginia have hosted him on officials. Louisville and Ohio State are set to host him next month.

Additional notes

+ Darren Harris shot the ball extremely well today, getting to his spots. Shot it efficiently. One of the purest shooters in the country. Duke commit.

+ Tounde Yessoufou is a strong-bodied wing with explosion. He can handle the ball, making plays in transition, or slash to the rim and finish through contact with strength. He also showed the ability to knock down the catch and shoot three. UCLA, Arizona, Washington, and others are among his early offers.

+ Jarin Stevenson seems to be more confident each time I see him. He doesn’t get in a rush, doesn’t force the issue, and makes the right read — whether that’s to score or kick it out. Also brings some rim protection. Showed strength battling in the post. He’s still putting it all together, but there’s a lot of upside here. North Carolina, Alabama, Virginia, and others are recruiting him. Says he’s “50/50” on reclassifying to 2023 or staying in 2024.

+ Trent Perry is a tough, scrappy guard with a high motor. He does a good job of getting his teammates involved and always defends at a high level. Can knock down the catch-and-shoot three. USC, Colorado, LMU, Vanderbilt, St. Mary’s, and others are recruiting him.

+ Pharaoh Compton showed toughness around the rim, playing out of the dunker’s spot. Enormous wingspan. Ferocious dunker.

+ Dylan Harper didn’t shoot the ball particularly well but it’s easy for him to make an impact without scoring. High IQ, great passer, understands the game. Great frame and really strong going to the basket. Considering Indiana, Duke, Rutgers, Auburn, and Kansas.

+ Bennett Basich was feeling it from deep today, connecting on several three pointers. High motor. Tough defensively. Makes the right play.